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On The Menu: Start 2012 Off Right With These Healthful Options From Local Restaurants
January 6, 2012 – 11:26 am | No Comment

Grilled Fish Tacos Border Grill, Mandalay Bay Sustainable seasonal fish with cucumber-citrus slaw, lime crema and guacamole, $12.95. MongolianBBQ Salmon Canyon Ranch Grill, Palazzo and The Venetian Organic farm-raised salmon with brown rice and stir-fried

Crab and Cucumber Sunomono
January 4, 2012 – 4:04 pm | No Comment

From Linda Bladholm’s A Fork on the Road

Cooking with cucumbers
January 4, 2012 – 4:20 am | No Comment

There’s a reason the cucumber is the star of its own cliche.

Tucson, Arizona
January 3, 2012 – 1:21 am | No Comment

TUCSON – Now that the holidays are over, it’s time to turn our attention in the kitchen to foods that are healthier, and easier to make.

Let’s Make a Meal: Hoisin Glazed Shrimp Skewers with Cucumber Salad
January 3, 2012 – 12:36 am | No Comment

TUCSON – Now that the holidays are over, it’s time to turn our attention in the kitchen to foods that are healthier, and easier to make.

Garden goodness for hypertension and diabetes
December 29, 2011 – 4:55 pm | No Comment

Vietnam is a tropical country with a bounty of cheap fruit and vegetables year-round. Much of this abundant produce aids in the treatment of high blood pressure and diabetes.

Caribbean spices cure shrimp cocktail syndrome
December 28, 2011 – 10:40 am | No Comment

This Caribbean shrimp skewers recipe uses pre-cooked shrimp which get tossed with a zesty Jamaican-style seasoning blend and skewered with cubes of tangy mango and cool, crunchy cucumber.

New Year’s Eve pickle to drop into 2012
December 27, 2011 – 2:15 am | No Comment

MOUNT OLIVE — Mt. Olive Pickle Company, Inc. will hold the 13th annual New Year’s Eve Pickle Drop Saturday, Dec. 31, at the Corner of Cucumber & Vine. The New Year’s Eve Pickle descends down the…

New Year’s Eve pickle to drop into 2012
December 27, 2011 – 2:15 am | No Comment

MOUNT OLIVE — Mt. Olive Pickle Company, Inc. will hold the 13th annual New Year’s Eve Pickle Drop Saturday, Dec. 31, at the Corner of Cucumber & Vine. The New Year’s Eve Pickle descends down the…

Easy appetizers: Crabmeat Cucumber Rounds
December 26, 2011 – 7:17 pm | No Comment

The crab mixture can be made a day in advance. Slice the cucumber in advance. Be sure to drain the crabmeat well, so the mixture does not become soupy.

Smoked salmon with cucumber jelly
December 26, 2011 – 5:15 pm | No Comment

Smoked salmon (or fresh sashimi-grade raw salmon if you prefer) makes the perfect no-fuss first course, topped with a cooling jelly, pickled cucumbers and a mustard, honey and dill sauce. Serve with grilled bread, melba toast or crispbread.

Smoked salmon with cucumber jelly
December 26, 2011 – 5:15 pm | No Comment

Smoked salmon (or fresh sashimi-grade raw salmon if you prefer) makes the perfect no-fuss first course, topped with a cooling jelly, pickled cucumbers and a mustard, honey and dill sauce. Serve with grilled bread, melba toast or crispbread.

NARA to promote seaweed farming
December 25, 2011 – 8:44 pm | No Comment

The National Aquatic Resources Research and Development Agency (NARA) will implement seaweed and sea cucumber farming in Sri Lanka, said NARA chairman Dr Hiran Jayawardena. The NARA will implement projects to develop the aquaculture industry to coincide with its 30th anniversary.

French Onion Greek Yogurt Dip with Vegetable Skewers:
December 24, 2011 – 8:31 pm | No Comment

French Onion Greek Yogurt Dip with Vegetable Skewers Servings: 8, ¼ cup each for the dip Ingredients: 1 pint cherry…

RECIPE: Prawn Tacos
December 23, 2011 – 1:58 am | No Comment

One of the South West’s leading executive chefs, Vasse Felix’s Aaron Carr matches wine and seafood.

Tasty dishes for last-minute holiday entertaining
December 22, 2011 – 7:41 pm | No Comment

Looking for some quick and easy dishes to make for your holiday party? Sara Gore suggests four tasty recipes including endive cups with blue cheese, pear and walnuts.